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Climate Change Requires A New Bretton Woods Moment


Sep 20th, 2023;  Source: Forbes


We are potentially living through the hottest year in history. The United States, Europe and China have all seen record-breaking temperatures during periods of intense heat, with this summer earning the distinction of the warmest globally by a large margin—0.66 degrees Celsius above average, accor ...ReadMore


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New Delhi Declaration a major step towards rapid, equitable energy transition


Sep 14th, 2023;  Source: Money Control


The New Delhi Declaration, if followed in letter and spirit, is undeniably the most effective way to proceed if we want to hold the increase in the global average temperature to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels The G20 Delhi Summit under India's presidency will be judged by the New Delh ...ReadMore


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G20 Meet Will Help Shape Future Climate Talks: Experts


May 19th, 2023;  Source: Hindustan Times


G20 summit will play a crucial role for future climate discussions and help shore up action required from both developed and developing countries, experts said. The G20 summit will play a crucial role for future climate discussions and help shore up action required from both developed and develop ...ReadMore


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Spotlight on green energy, eliminating fossil fuel subsidies


May 17th, 2023;  Source: Hindustan Times


Spotlight on green energy, eliminating fossil fuel subsidies s the G20 member countries gather to deliberate on climate challenges, it is evident that the time for mere discussions is Over. Now, we must focus on actions, implement effective solutions, and pave the way for a sustainable future.  ...ReadMore


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Finally, Getting Earthly Wise


Apr 22nd, 2023;  Source: Economic Times


Today, we mark the 53rd Earth Day. What began in the US as a series of teach-ins on college campuses on environmental issues, is now one of the world's largest environmental movements. It needs to be, because the battle we are fighting – the climate battle – is a difficult one. With long ...ReadMore


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The CEO of India largest renewables company predicts major progress on climate in the next few years


Feb 17th, 2023;  Source: Project Syndicate


The ongoing glut of negative economic and environmental headlines is hiding real reasons for optimism, at least on the energy transition front. The next few years are vital for keeping global warming at a manageable level. Happily, across industries and geographies, we expect the next few years will ...ReadMore


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Smarter Climate Finance for the Developing World


Feb 13th, 2023;  Source: Project Syndicate


Without a concerted effort by governments and international financial institutions to harmonize standards and strengthen incentives for investments in decarbonization across the developing world, mid-century net-zero targets will slip out of reach. Three issues, in particular, warrant greater attent ...ReadMore


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View: Budget ensures 'clean & green' becomes vehicle for growth


Feb 6th, 2023;  Source: Economic Times


The Government of India deserves to be congratulated for presenting a Union Budget for 2023-24 that takes a prudent medium term view in the management of the economy. At this point in time, the economy needs a continued thrust on enhanced spending – to keep the production levels up, sustain th ...ReadMore


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Budget FY24: Time to accelerate green transition


Feb 1st, 2023;  Source: Financial Express


Union Budget: In many ways, India is already leading the global energy transition. We are currently the fourth-largest country for installed renewable energy capacity. The Union Budget for the year 2023-24 will be presented shortly. There is high anticipation for this year’s Budget to catalyse Ind ...ReadMore


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Leading In Uncertain Times


Jan 10th, 2023;  Source: BUSINESSWORLD


Here are five of the most important lessons I have gathered that may be of help to navigate through uncertainties  We are living in uncertain times. From global capital markets plunging, record high inflation resulting in increases in interest rates by central banks, a massive spike in commo ...ReadMore